Strong’s H7937

שָׁכַר

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

shakar

Pronunciation

shah-KAR

Definition

To be drunk, to become intoxicated

Meaning

to become tipsy, to satiate with a, stimulating drink, influence

Usage

The Hebrew verb "shakar" primarily means to be or become drunk or intoxicated. It is used in the context of consuming alcoholic beverages to the point of losing control or clarity of mind. The term can also imply a state of revelry or excessive indulgence.

Bible references

Genesis 9:21;Genesis 43:34;Deuteronomy 32:42;1 Samuel 1:14;2 Samuel 11:13;Songs 5:1;Isaiah 29:9;Isaiah 49:26;Isaiah 51:21;Isaiah 63:6;Jeremiah 25:27;Jeremiah 48:26;Jeremiah 51:7;Jeremiah 51:39;Jeremiah 51:57;Lamentations 4:21;Nahum 3:11;Habakkuk 2:15;Haggai 1:6